Former WWE star Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is now eager to meet SA-based Zimbabwean UFC fighter, Themba Gorimbo, after he was touched by the fighter’s heartfelt story and vowed to aid him financially.
“I’m actually gonna meet him so I’m excited to do that…We are going to meet The Rock. He’s such a nice guy and for me it’s crazy. It’s surreal, to be honest, that The Rock wants to meet me. I mean it’s everyone’s dream to meet The Rock. But this is the other way around — The Rock wants to meet me! I’m so excited! I’m grateful,” Gorimbo recently posted on his social media pages.
After his first UFC victory in the USA, the Zimbabwean fighter, Gorimbo, confessed that he was broke.
His narrative stimulated the interest of Dwayne Johnson, who recalled himself having only a few dollars in his pocket during his initial days.
However, ‘The Rock’ is now one of the highest-paid Hollywood stars, with a net worth of over US$800 million.
After defeating Takashi Sato in May, Gorimbo disclosed that he had only US$7.49 in his bank account before the bout. His heartfelt story reached Dwayne Johnson, who instantly took to Twitter to assist the fighter.
Dwayne Johnson claimed in the tweet that he also once had only US$7 in his pockets. He even told Gorimbo that he would support him financially in the future.
‘The Rock’ also stated in his tweet that he will be in touch with the UFC fighter. Now a few days after the pledge, Gorimbo disclosed in an interview with TMZ that the Hollywood actor wants to see him.
Because of his popularity, many individuals, including prominent individuals, want to meet Dwayne Johnson. In his case, though, the African fighter mentioned that ‘The Rock’ desired to see him in person.
Gorimbo has also received praises for his philanthropy work.
Soon after getting assistance from ‘The Rock,’ it was found that the welterweight UFC fighter was also donating money to a worthy cause.
Gorimbo auctioned off his UFC Vegas 73 combat shorts and utilised the earnings to benefit others.
Michael Bisping and Anthony Smith hailed the UFC fighter on the Believe You Me podcast. Gorimbo gained almost US$5000 from his sale, which he later used to build a well for his people, according to the UFC veterans.
Themba Gorimbo is 1-1 in the UFC and has a professional record of 11-4.
The Zimbabwean boxer still has a long way to go, but such early notice will undoubtedly help him along the road.
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